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Dictionary of Physics by John Daintith (2009, Hardcover)

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A Dictionary of Physics

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Product Identifiers

PublisherOxford University Press, Incorporated

ISBN-100199560013

ISBN-139780199560011

eBay Product ID (ePID)70479411

Product Key Features

Edition6

Book TitleDictionary of Physics

Number of Pages624 Pages

LanguageEnglish

TopicReference, Word Lists, Physics / General

Publication Year2009

IllustratorYes

GenreReference, Science

AuthorJohn Daintith

FormatHardcover

Dimensions

Item Height1.5 in

Item Weight37 Oz

Item Length6.1 in

Item Width9.3 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceTrade

TitleLeadingA

Dewey Edition22

Dewey Decimal530.03

SynopsisHere is a thorough revision of a classic desktop reference, bringing readers 3,900 entries--200 new to this edition--that define the terms of this fast-changing field with clarity and without jargon. Daintith provides coverage of all areas of physics and many related fields, including astronomy, astrophysics, and physical chemistry. He offers expanded information on applied physics, statistical distributions, polymers, and nanoscience, and includes ten feature articles on such key topics as crystal defects, magnetic resonance imaging, and the solar system. Here, too, are detailed appendices on SI units and the electromagnetic spectrum, a timeline of key dates in physics, a list Nobel Prize winners, and much more. And, as with all Oxford subject dictionaries, this one features a companion web page, that is regularly updated, with a wealth of extra information and links to other sites. Featuring more than 120 diagrams, graphs, and tables, this is a superb resource for students, teachers, and professional physicists., Featuring more than 120 diagrams, graphs, and tables, here is a thorough revision of a classic desktop reference, bringing readers 3,900 clear, jargon-free entries--200 new to this edition--covering all areas of physics and many related fields, including astronomy, astrophysics, and physical chemistry. Here, too, are detailed appendices on SI units and the electromagnetic spectrum, a timeline of key dates in physics, and much more. And the volume features a companion web page, that is regularly updated, with a wealth of extra information and links to other sites.

LC Classification NumberQC5